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SUMMARY:Full-time MBA\, Technology Strategy and Product Management Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join Erdman Center leadership\, current students and admissions representatives in a virtual info session to learn more about the full-time MBA program\, student experience\, as well as career pathways and employment outcomes in Technology Strategy and Product Management. We’ll also share more information about merit aid and scholarships and answer general questions about the application process.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/full-time-mba-technology-strategy-and-product-management-virtual-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Full-Time MBA,Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T141521Z
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SUMMARY:UW Real Estate in Rome Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Explore the option of taking two required real estate courses in Rome for the spring 2026 semester\, taught by WSB faculty. In this session you will learn about academics\, housing\, cost\, and more! \n\n\n\nApplication opens May 1st! Deadline is mid-July.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/uw-real-estate-in-rome-info-session-4/
LOCATION:Room 3325\, Grainger Hall\, 975 University Avenue\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Global Programs,Undergraduate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Global Programs":MAILTO:global@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20241127T164038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T183601Z
UID:10001406-1746446400-1746450000@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Master's Virtual Drop-in Session
DESCRIPTION:Have a quick question and need a quick answer? We’ve got you covered! \n\n\n\nHosted the first Monday of every month\, this Virtual Drop-In Q&A Session is designed with your convenience in mind. Stop by\, ask your questions\, and head out whenever you’re ready! \n\n\n\nHere’s what you can expect: – Drop by whenever it’s convenient for you– Ask your questions and get a swift\, informative answer– No obligation to stay after your questions are answered– Zoom Fatigue? No pressure to turn on your camera
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/masters-virtual-drop-in-session-5/
CATEGORIES:Drop-in Sessions,Master's in Accounting and Business Analysis,Master's in Arts and Creative Enterprise Leadership,Master's in Business Analytics,Master's in Real Estate,Master's in Supply Chain Management
ORGANIZER;CN="Master's Program Admissions Team":MAILTO:masters@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20241205T174832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T174553Z
UID:10001421-1746099000-1746106200@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Graaskamp on the Road - Dallas
DESCRIPTION:You are invited as our guest to join us at the Graaskamp on the Road luncheon and presentation at The Park House in Dallas.  Board members are welcome to invite an industry guest. You won’t want to miss this fun\, lively and educational (invitation-only) event! \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here!\n\n\n\n\nAgenda11:30Registration and Networking12:00Lunch and ProgramKeynote Presentation: Jack Fraker\, President\, Global Head of Industrial & Logistics\, Capital Markets\, Newmark1:30Adjourn\n\n\n\nAbout the Jack Fraker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJack Fraker is President\, Global Head of Industrial & Logistics Capital Markets for Newmark. He is responsible for driving Newmark’s industrial & logistics business\, primarily capital markets but also leasing. \n\n\n\nThroughout his career\, Fraker has been a consistent top national producer in industrial & logistics sales\, representing some of the country’s largest corporations\, global investors\, pension fund advisors\, REITs\, and corporate tenants. Fraker has personally completed over 1\,800 industrial & logistics capital markets transactions totaling 1.5 billion square feet | $85 billion in more than 60 U.S. cities\, Mexico\, Europe\, Japan\, and South America. He has also advised on approximately 12\,000 acres of development sites and over 300 office/industrial leasing assignments. As a partner with other firms prior to Newmark\, Fraker was cumulatively involved in over 3.3 billion square feet | $220 billion in various projects. \n\n\n\nFraker earned a Bachelor of Business Administration at the University of Texas at Austin.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/graaskamp-on-the-road-dallas/
LOCATION:The Park House\, 100 Highland Park Village Level 3\, dallas\, Texas\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Graaskamp Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T090000
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CREATED:20240815T174802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T154703Z
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SUMMARY:MBA Application Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the admissions team for an informative chat/webinar series designed to familiarize you with the admissions process for the Wisconsin MBA programs\, and provide guidance on how to produce a competitive application. This is a virtual event.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/mba-application-webinar-3/2025-05-01/
CATEGORIES:Application Support,Executive MBA,Full-Time MBA,Professional MBA
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T181500
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CREATED:20250114T235151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T235153Z
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SUMMARY:Professional MBA Alumni Panel
DESCRIPTION:Join the MBA Admissions team to hear from Professional MBA alumni and learn about how the Professional MBA has impacted their career. Learn about what support they received during the program and what skills are now used in their daily lives. This is a virtual event.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/professional-mba-alumni-panel/
CATEGORIES:Panels,Professional MBA
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T140000
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SUMMARY:Business Badgers Study Abroad Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join this BBSA info session if you are thinking about studying abroad on a program through the Wisconsin School of Business. \n\n\n\nBefore scheduling an appointment with a professional staff member\, prospective study abroad students (pre-application) must attend a BBSA info session. \n\n\n\nRegister by clicking the button at the bottom of the page to attend.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/business-badgers-study-abroad-info-session-7/
LOCATION:Room 4151 – Director’s Room\, Grainger Hall\, 375 University Avenue\, Madison
CATEGORIES:Global Programs,Undergraduate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Global Programs":MAILTO:global@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T124500
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20240815T173341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T151700Z
UID:10001383-1745928900-1745930700@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Executive MBA Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Information sessions provide a valuable introduction to the Wisconsin Executive MBA Program. Members of the admissions staff are on hand to provide you with information and respond to any questions you might have. This is a virtual event.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/executive-mba-virtual-information-session-3/2025-04-29/
CATEGORIES:Executive MBA,Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T095000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T134500
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250429T123030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T123545Z
UID:10001492-1745747400-1745761500@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Inside Look: The Professional MBA
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Grainger Hall\, to experience a day in the life of a Professional MBA student. This event will provide you the opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nNetwork with current students and learn about their experiences in the program\n\n\n\nAttend an in-person class with current students\n\n\n\nLearn more about the Professional MBA and the application process\n\n\n\n\nThis event will take place in person.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/inside-look-the-professional-mba/
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Professional MBA
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T161924Z
UID:10001493-1745510400-1745514000@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Info Session for Global Immersion in International Business in India - January 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn about the upcoming Global Immersion in International Business in India program for Winter 2026! \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you will meet the program leader (Sachin Tuli) and discuss topics such as: \n\n\n\n\nQ&A\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram details\n\n\n\n\n\nFunding information\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to apply\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b2RL3fhvnJS2jSC
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/info-session-for-society-culture-business-in-senegal-january-2026-2/
LOCATION:Room 1140\, Grainger Hall\, 975\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Global Programs,Undergraduate
ORGANIZER;CN="Global Programs":MAILTO:global@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T153000
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CREATED:20250422T194014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T194016Z
UID:10001496-1745505000-1745508600@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Business Badgers Study Abroad Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join this BBSA info session if you are thinking about studying abroad on a program through the Wisconsin School of Business. \n\n\n\nBefore scheduling an appointment with a professional staff member\, prospective study abroad students (pre-application) must attend a BBSA info session. \n\n\n\nRegister by clicking the button at the bottom of the page to attend.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/business-badgers-study-abroad-info-session-4/
LOCATION:Room 4151 – Director’s Room\, Grainger Hall\, 375 University Avenue\, Madison
CATEGORIES:Global Programs,Undergraduate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Global Programs":MAILTO:global@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20241002T152527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T160927Z
UID:10001424-1745411400-1745413200@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Ask an Ambassador
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in during this open chat session to chat with current Full-time MBA students about their experience in the Wisconsin MBA. Current students will be on hand to answer any questions you have about the Wisconsin MBA. This is a virtual event.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/ask-an-ambassador-2/2025-04-23/
CATEGORIES:Ambassador Series,Full-Time MBA
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T090000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20240815T172506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T155216Z
UID:10001394-1745397000-1745398800@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Master's in Data\, Insights\, and Analytics Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the virtual information session to learn about the new MS in Data\, Insights and Analytics program at the Wisconsin School of Business! During this webinar\, the Admissions team will be sharing information about the curriculum\, career outcomes\, and the admissions process
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/masters-in-data-insights-and-analytics-information-session-3/2025-04-23/
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Master's in Data, Insights, and Analytics
ORGANIZER;CN="Master's Program Admissions Team":MAILTO:masters@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T144500
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250411T172247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T173140Z
UID:10001489-1744983900-1744987500@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:CEFAM Lyon Study Abroad Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Global Programs office for this unique opportunity to learn about studying in Lyon\, France for a summer or a semester. Meet with the CEFAM rep and hear about the program straight from the source!  \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE for this in-person event
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/cefam-lyon-study-abroad-2/
LOCATION:Global Programs\, Suite 3295\, Grainger Hall\, 975 University Avenue\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Global Programs,Undergraduate
ORGANIZER;CN="Global Programs":MAILTO:global@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250130T150000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T161719Z
UID:10001461-1744983900-1744986600@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Future Badger Day- Direct Admit Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Direct Admit Business Students are invited to attend the Undergraduate Business Information Session as part of Future Badger Day. Students will learn about their next steps to becoming Business Badgers and be able to interact with undergraduate program staff and students. This session will consist of a presentation about next steps and campus resources for direct admit students and a Q & A panel with Business program representatives. Come learn about your next steps to becoming a Business Badger!Register on Visit Bucky
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/future-badger-day-direct-admit-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Grainger Hall\, 975 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Undergraduate,Undergraduate Admissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250130T150000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T161926Z
UID:10001462-1744983900-1744986600@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Future Badger Day- Pre-Business Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Pre-Business Students are invited to attend the Pre-Business Future Badger Day Information Session. This session will consist of a presentation with an Undergraduate Business Admissions Counselor and Q & A panel with undergraduate program staff and students. Guests will  have the opportunity to hear from our Pre-Business Advisors about the resources that are available to pre-business students seeking admission to the School of Business. Come learn about your next steps to becoming a Business Badger! \n\n\n\nRegister on Visit Bucky
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/future-badger-day-pre-business-information-session-3/
LOCATION:Grainger Hall\, 975 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Undergraduate,Undergraduate Admissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T114500
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250411T172031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T173138Z
UID:10001488-1744974000-1744976700@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:CEFAM Lyon Study Abroad Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Global Programs office for this unique opportunity to learn about studying in Lyon\, France for a summer or a semester. Meet with the CEFAM rep and hear about the program straight from the source! \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE for this in-person event
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/cefam-lyon-study-abroad/
LOCATION:Global Programs\, Suite 3295\, Grainger Hall\, 975 University Avenue\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Global Programs,Undergraduate
ORGANIZER;CN="Global Programs":MAILTO:global@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250306T151935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T173812Z
UID:10001481-1744912800-1744921800@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Badgers in Consulting - Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Curious about consulting? Already in the field and looking to grow? Exploring new career possibilities?  \n\n\n\nConsulting is a versatile and dynamic career path that opens doors across multiple fields—and is seeing rapid growth in the United States. According to the U.S. Department of Labor\, the professional and business services sector\, which includes consulting firms\, is expected to add more than 1.6 million new jobs by 2028.  \n\n\n\nJoin the Wisconsin School of Business in Chicago for Badgers in Consulting\, an exciting new event for UW–Madison alumni from all industries who are passionate about the field of consulting and want to expand their network. During this interactive event\, an esteemed panel of partners from top firms like EY-Parthenon\, Accenture\, McKinsey & Company\, and Bain & Company will share insights on:  \n\n\n\n\nKey consulting skills that open doors to new opportunities and fields\n\n\n\nPersonal career journeys and how they landed in their current roles\n\n\n\nIndustry trends and the future of the consulting industry\n\n\n\nVersatile career pathways in the consulting industry and beyond\n\n\n\n\nModerated by Fay Shong (BBA ’84)\, retired partner at McKinsey & Company\, this interactive discussion will provide valuable takeaways—whether you’re an experienced consultant\, considering a transition\, or just want to expand your network. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to join fellow Badgers and professionals who are eager to learn about the future of the consulting industry and build connections through networking! \n\n\n\n\nRegister today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll Badgers are welcome to attend this free event\, which includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres\, drinks\, and dessert. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummit Chicago205 N Michigan Ave.\, 10th FloorChicago\, IL 60601 \n\n\n\nParking information \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Botos (BS ’89)Partner/Principal\, EY-Parthenon \n\n\n\nBotos has worked across multiple industry sectors and government agencies in both corporate and consulting roles\, with over 30 years of experience. Currently\, he’s a senior partner with EY-Parthenon\, where he works with clients on a broad range of disruptive business model strategies\, go-to-market launch strategies\, and complex operating model transformations. Prior to EY-Parthenon\, Botos was vice president of strategy and innovation at CareFusion and Cardinal Health. Additionally\, Botos was a principal at Strategos\, a design strategy and innovation consulting boutique founded by Professor Gary Hamel. Beyond work\, Botos teaches a graduate-level course on design strategy at the Illinois Institute of Design and volunteers at the MATTER Healthcare Incubator in Chicago. Botos holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business\, a master’s in economics from George Washington University\, and an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrian GrayManaging Director of Global Fuels and Convenience Retail\, Accenture \n\n\n\nGray is currently leading Accenture’s Global Fuels and Convenience Retail practice as managing director. He has spent the last 20 years working with over 25 fuels and convenience retailers around the world. Gray is passionate about driving innovation throughout the business and ultimately setting clients up to capitalize on future trends. His experience stretches across digital transformation\, customer experience\, AI and generative AI\, analytics\, loyalty\, retail site systems\, mergers and acquisitions\, and large-scale complex deployments. \n\n\n\nAccenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses build their digital core\, optimize their operations\, and accelerate revenue growth—creating tangible value at speed and scale—with nearly 800\,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJustin Greis Partner and North American Cybersecurity Leader\, McKinsey & Company \n\n\n\nGreis is a partner in McKinsey & Company’s Chicago office and leads the cybersecurity work in North America with a focus on cybersecurity transformation\, cloud\, technology strategy\, and digital transformation. Greis designs\, builds\, and accelerates secure and trusted digital transformations to help organizations accelerate their mission and protect their purpose. He also works closely with the providers of and investors in cybersecurity solutions to help them grow and achieve market leadership. Prior to McKinsey\, Greis served as the global and Americas practice leader at a global management consulting firm and was a founding partner of the firm’s cybersecurity\, technology transformation\, and digital divisions. In addition to his work with McKinsey\, Greis serves on the faculty at Indiana University\, where he teaches graduate-level IT governance\, risk\, and controls and has won numerous awards for his real-world curriculum and innovative teaching methods. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLouise KeelyPartner\, Bain & Company \n\n\n\nKeely is a leader in Bain’s Advanced Analytics practice and has over 25 years of experience in advanced analytics and customer strategy\, particularly within retail and other consumer industries. She has spearheaded customer-led strategic transformations\, leveraging data science and analytics to drive recommendations. Keely has also guided the design and implementation of data and analytics organizations for clients. She specializes in the development of strategy and execution of new data and analytics businesses. Recently\, Keely has focused on advising clients on generative AI strategy\, use case development\, and implementation. Prior to Bain\, she held leadership roles in major consulting firms and industry\, and she was an economics professor and published researcher. Keely holds degrees from Georgetown University and the London School of Economics. She is a noted author and speaker on global consumer demand shifts\, consumer data trends\, and analytics strategy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nModerator\n\n\n\nFay Shong (BBA ’84)Retired Partner at McKinsey & Company \n\n\n\nShong is an impact-focused leader who has served energy companies on critical business issues for 40 years. Since graduating from the Wisconsin School of Business\, Shong has pursued her passion for working at multinational firms. Starting out as an executive with ExxonMobil\, and later as a management consulting partner for top consulting firms\, Shong spent her career working at the intersection of strategy\, finance\, and technology. Shong’s experience as a partner at Accenture\, EY\, and McKinsey provided her with a unique opportunity to focus on various C-suite leaders at different times. Over the course of her career\, Shong served over half of the largest energy companies\, working across four continents and delivering transformation programs that added material shareholder value. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6:00–6:45 p.m.: Networking\, hors d’oeuvres\, and drinks6:45–7:45 p.m.: Program with moderated Q&A7:45–8:30 p.m.: Networking\, dessert\, and drinks
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/badgers-in-consulting/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T124500
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20240815T174517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T150606Z
UID:10001380-1744892100-1744893900@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Full-time MBA Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the admissions team for this deep dive into the Wisconsin Full Time MBA Program. Learn more about program specifics and enhance your understanding of the unique specialized approach during this session. This is a virtual event.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/full-time-mba-virtual-information-session-3/2025-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Full-Time MBA,Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T203000
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SUMMARY:NYC Nicholas Center Networking Reception
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin School of Business finance alumni are invited to gather in Manhattan at The Smith (Midtown) for a networking reception from 6:30pm – 8:30pm. WSB finance alumni and other friends of the Nicholas Center are welcome to attend! Food & drinks provided. RSVP is required.  \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event has closed. Please email Andrea Sorenson to inquire about available spots. Email: andrea.sorenson@wisc.edu
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/nyc-nicholas-center-networking-reception/
LOCATION:The Smith (Midtown)\, 956 2nd Avenue\, New York\, New York\, 10022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni Networking,Nicholas Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T174500
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250130T150000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T160302Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Wisconsin School of Business Direct Admit Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Directly Admitted high school seniors interested in learning about the next steps to becoming a Business Badger are invited to attend this virtual session lead by admissions staff and current students. Topics will include housing\, summer orientation\, welcome week\, and additional resources.Register on Visit Bucky
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/virtual-wisconsin-school-of-business-direct-admit-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Undergraduate,Undergraduate Admissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20240917T190406Z
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SUMMARY:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch: Ellen Rosner
DESCRIPTION:Ellen Rosner\, Founder and Former Owner of Indigo Moon and Artist\n\n\n\nJoin us to meet Ellen Rosner\, founder of Indigo Moon\, who ran her unique women’s clothing and accessories store on Monroe Street in Madison for 18 years. Remarkably\, the store turned a profit in its first year. After retiring in 2012\, she became a board member of the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. Her work spans collections globally\, and she now creates two-dimensional watercolor photo manipulations from her travels. \n\n\n\nThis free event will be held in 1310 Grainger Hall. \n\n\n\nThe Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch program is sponsored by the law firm of Neider & Boucher\, S.C. We thank them for their support!
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/distinguished-entrepreneurs-lunch-ellen-rosner/
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch,Weinert Center,Weinert Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T174500
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250130T150000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T160634Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Wisconsin School of Business Pre-Business Information Session
DESCRIPTION:High School Seniors admitted as Pre-Business are invited to attend this information session detailing what pre-business means and how to apply to the Wisconsin School of Business. This session will consist of a presentation with an Undergraduate Business Admissions Counselor and plenty of time for Q&A with BBA staff and current students. Come learn about your next steps to becoming a Business Badger!Register on Visit Bucky
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/virtual-wisconsin-school-of-business-pre-business-information-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Undergraduate,Undergraduate Admissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250401T171338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T173645Z
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SUMMARY:Info Session for Society\, Culture\, & Business in Senegal - January 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn about the upcoming UW Society\, Culture and Business in Senegal program for Winter 2026! \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you will meet the program leader (Katie Krueger) and discuss topics such as: \n\n\n\n\nQ&A\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram details\n\n\n\n\n\nFunding information\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to apply\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7QYUt6VuI1K7FX0
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/info-session-for-society-culture-business-in-senegal-january-2026/
LOCATION:Room 1140\, Grainger Hall\, 975\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Global Programs,Undergraduate
ORGANIZER;CN="Global Programs":MAILTO:global@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T164500
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20241205T153657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T195238Z
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin School of Business Direct Admit Day
DESCRIPTION:Direct Admit Business Students interested in getting a more in-depth look at the Wisconsin School of Business are invited to attend the School of Business’ Direct Admit Day. This afternoon event will feature a welcome from WSB Dean Samba followed by 4 breakout sessions. Students can choose from various academic major discussions as well as panels featuring staff from the various BBA student support units.Register on Visit Bucky
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/wisconsin-school-of-business-direct-admit-day-2/
LOCATION:Grainger Hall\, 975 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Undergraduate,Undergraduate Admissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20241219T182027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T183830Z
UID:10001431-1744288200-1744290000@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Ask an Ambassador
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in during this open chat session to chat with current master’s students about their experience in the Wisconsin School of Business. Current students will be on hand to answer any questions you have. This is a virtual event.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/ask-an-ambassador-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Connections,Master's in Arts and Creative Enterprise Leadership,Master's in Business Analytics,Master's in Real Estate,Master's in Supply Chain Management
ORGANIZER;CN="Master's Program Admissions Team":MAILTO:masters@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250209T164435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T164438Z
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SUMMARY:Forté Forum
DESCRIPTION:Forté MBA Forums are free events held annually to empower women — whether you’re looking to change careers\, a college student planning for the future\, or a professional ready for career advancement. \n\n\n\nThe ROI of an MBA degree is not just financial. When more women earn MBAs\, they open new doors for themselves\, level up their careers\, and gain the opportunity to leave their mark on the business world. \n\n\n\nJoin us to learn about the MBA advantage\, connect with admissions reps at leading business schools\, hear from successful MBA women who have been in your shoes\, and expand your network.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/forte-forum-2/
CATEGORIES:Executive MBA,Full-Time MBA,Partner Events,Professional MBA
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T090000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250114T235908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T235910Z
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SUMMARY:MS in Business Analytics Technology and Careers Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the master’s admissions team and the Director of the Business Analytics program to learn about the technology taught in the program. You will also hear how each of the technologies could be used in your future career. This is a virtual event.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/ms-in-business-analytics-technology-and-careers-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Master's in Business Analytics
ORGANIZER;CN="Master's Program Admissions Team":MAILTO:masters@wsb.wisc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20240919T204729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T204730Z
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SUMMARY:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch: Joe Boucher
DESCRIPTION:Joe Boucher\, a founding shareholder of the Madison law firm of Neider & Boucher\, S.C. and donor for our Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunches\n\n\n\nCome join us to meet Joe Boucher\, a founding shareholder of the Madison law firm of Neider & Boucher. The law practice provides client-centered\, quality legal services focused on the needs of businesses and their owners and builds strong client relationships. Joe received a B.A. from St. Norbert College and his JD and MBA from UW. He taught in the Wisconsin School of Business for over 40 years and is a CPA. Pizza will be served. \n\n\n\nThis free event will be held in 4151 Grainger Hall. \n\n\n\nThe Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch program is sponsored by the law firm of Neider & Boucher\, S.C. We thank them for their support!
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/distinguished-entrepreneurs-lunch-joe-boucher/
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch,Weinert Center,Weinert Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T094125
CREATED:20250217T155306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T163520Z
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SUMMARY:Badgers in Finance | Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Badgers in Finance was launched in 2017 by a group of New York-based alumni in collaboration with campus. Our goals are to create a robust network of alumni working in finance\, and with their support\, open doors for UW–Madison students through recruiting\, networking\, and mentorship. We are thrilled to invite Chicago Badgers to engage with us and welcome you to the Badgers in Finance Community. \n\n\n\nDuring this exclusive event\, you’ll hear from distinguished speakers Michael Nicolas (BBA ’02)\, partner\, portfolio manager\, and US investment analyst at Harris Associates and Ricky Sandler (BBA ’91)\, founder\, CEO\, and CIO of Eminence Capital in a discussion on markets and investing moderated by Alan Myers (BBA ’92)\, principal of Trails Edge Wealth Advisers. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also be joined by Mike Knetter\, senior advisor\, investments and business development at the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association\, and Dan Drexler (BBA ’96)\, CIO\, public securities at Longview Asset Management.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister today\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBadgers in Finance – Chicago \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, April 8\, 2025 | 6–9 p.m. \n\n\n\n111 East Wacker Drive\, Taft Suite 2600 \n\n\n\nChicago\, IL 60601 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events  \n\n\n\n\n\n6–7 p.m.: Cocktails\, hors d’oeuvres and networking \n\n\n\n\n\n7–8 p.m.: Program with Q&A \n\n\n\n8–9 p.m.: Cocktails\, dessert\, and networking \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDan Drexler (BBA ’96) currently works at Longview Asset Management\, the in-house investment vehicle for the Crown Family of Chicago\, as Chief Investment Officer – Public Securities. Drexler is responsible for portfolio construction and analyzing public investments and shares responsibility for overseeing an internal fund of funds.  \n\n\n\nDrexler also serves as a senior advisor to Right Line Industries\, a diversified industrial holding company. Additionally\, Drexler serves on the board of directors of Albany Bank & Trust\, of Albany Park\, Illinois\, and the advisory boards of Timber Hill Group and Seven Isles Capital.  \n\n\n\nDrexler is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison with a degree in accounting. He is married with three children and resides in Highland Park\, Illinois. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMike Knetter is an international economist who was CEO of the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA) from 2010–2024\, and now serves as a senior advisor for WISIMCO\, WFAA’s investment division. During his tenure\, Knetter led a variety of initiatives\, including the $4.2 billion All Ways Forward campaign\, the 2014 merger of the UW Foundation and the Wisconsin Alumni Association\, and the modernization of technology and the business model of WFAA. Prior to leading WFAA\, Knetter was dean of the Wisconsin School of Business\, where he orchestrated the novel school naming gift\, the expansion of Grainger Hall\, and the restructuring and improved national standing of the MBA program. Prior to UW–Madison\, he was a professor of international economics and associate dean at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth. He also served as senior staff economist for the Council of Economic Advisers for former presidents George H. W. Bush and Bill Clinton. Knetter is currently a board member for American Family Insurance and Neuberger Berman Funds. Knetter completed his undergraduate studies in economics and mathematics at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and his PhD in economics at Stanford University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlan Myers (BBA ’92) graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Madison with a degree in finance. He has over 30 years of experience in the securities industry in various capacities with global banks and brokerage firms. He began his career with Bear Stearns in 1994 on the institutional side of both fixed income and equities in Chicago and New York. In 1997 he joined Mesirow Financial in Chicago as a trader in the fixed income department specializing in government\, corporate\, and municipal bonds. From there\, Myers traded risk arbitrage for proprietary firms\, concluding with his own firm\, Virgin Trading\, until 2003. \n\n\n\nAt that point\, Myers decided to focus his career in wealth management by building relationships with business owners\, corporate executives\, retirees\, and families in need of assistance with holistic asset allocation\, focusing on traditional stocks and bonds\, as well as alternatives including hedge funds and private equity. From 2003 through 2018\, Myers’ investment management experiences were vast\, including time with Morgan Stanley\, Deutsche Bank\, Credit Suisse\, and most recently\, Wells Fargo. After spending over 15 years in a traditional brokerage environment\, Myers decided his clients would be much better served in a fiduciary capacity and founded Trails Edge Wealth Advisers RIA in 2018. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Nicolas (BBA ’02) is a partner\, portfolio manager\, and U.S. investment analyst at Harris Associates\, where he manages the Oakmark Fund\, the Oakmark Equity and Income Fund\, and the Oakmark U.S. Large Cap ETF. He is also a portfolio manager of the U.S. Equity Strategy and a vice president of the Oakmark Funds. Prior to joining Harris Associates in 2013\, Nicolas was a managing director at Lakeview Investment Group from 2005–2013 and a senior analyst at Stratford Advisory Group from 2002–2005. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in finance from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and is a chartered financial analyst. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRicky C. Sandler (BBA ’91) is the founder\, chief executive officer\, and chief investment officer of Eminence Capital\, LP\, which he founded in 1999. Today\, Eminence is a nearly $7 billion global investment management organization\, investing client capital across global financial markets. As CEO and CIO of Eminence\, Sandler is responsible for setting the firm’s strategic direction as well as directly managing its 20+ person investment team and diversified investment portfolio. \n\n\n\nPrior to launching Eminence\, Sandler was co-founder and co-general partner of Fusion Capital Management\, a firm that managed a long/short hedge fund focused on global equity securities. Prior to that he was a research analyst at Mark Asset Management\, where he began his investing career in 1991. \n\n\n\nSandler received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance\, graduating with honors from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Ricky developed and teaches a Capstone Finance course at Wisconsin\, Applied Equity Markets Research\, and launched Badgers in Finance: a professional and recruitment network for UW–Madison students and alumni across financial services. Sandler also serves as an advisor on the Investment Committee for the University of Wisconsin Foundation and is a chartered financial analyst. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to Kenneth Klassman (BA ’00) and Taft Law for hosting.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/badgers-in-finance-chicago/
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